Plant Operator/Backup Delivery Driver (CDL A)

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading United States supplier of industrial, medical, and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products. It is also one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products and a leading supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. With a workforce of approximately 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture that prioritizes safety, customer success, sustainability, and innovation. This culture empowers employees to contribute their ideas, take initiative, and make decisions that can help shape the success of the company and its customers. As a subsidiary of Air Liquide—a global leader in gases, technologies, and services for industry and healthcare—the company benefits from a broad reach across 60 countries and serves more than 4 million customers and patients worldwide.

Airgas is dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where unique perspectives from employees, customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures are valued. The company firmly believes that a team with a variety of backgrounds fosters innovation and strengthens the organization. This philosophy is evident in their ongoing efforts and policies that support equal employment opportunities and diversity.

The company is currently seeking a Plant Operator/Backup Delivery Driver with a valid CDL A license for their Lansing, Michigan location specializing in filling industrial gases. This is a full-time, hourly position paying $30.34 per hour, with work scheduled Monday through Friday on the day shift. The role also includes safety driver bonuses paid quarterly, gainshare bonuses, and a comprehensive family benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance. Employees also benefit from up to 14 weeks of paid childbirth parental leave, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and early access to benefits starting just 30 days after employment.

As a Plant Operator/Backup Delivery Driver, the successful candidate will take pride in safely loading, delivering, and handling high-pressure and cryogenic gas cylinders while adhering to hazardous material safety standards and Department of Transportation vehicle inspection requirements. The position demands meticulous attention to safety, compliance with government and company standards, and a proactive approach to maintaining vehicle and equipment condition.

Key responsibilities include safely loading and delivering gas cylinders and related products onto route trucks and at customer locations, preparing cryogenic vessels for filling, performing basic cylinder maintenance like inspection, painting, and labeling, managing inventory quantities and types, and ensuring plant cleanliness and orderliness. Vehicle maintenance duties include thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections with proper documentation of deficiencies. In addition, the role involves fostering strong customer relations and handling service inquiries or complaints professionally.

This position suits a detail-oriented individual with strong verbal and written communication skills, who meets stringent safety and regulatory requirements. Candidates should possess a valid Class A Driver's License, a valid Medical Examiner's Card, and must have or obtain a hazmat endorsement within 90 days of hire. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and have a minimum of one year of verifiable commercial driving experience within the last five years. Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, experience in the gas, welding, or safety supply industry, forklift and warehouse experience, and familiarity with touch freight delivery.

Airgas takes pride in caring for its employees by offering comprehensive compensation and benefits packages, tuition reimbursement, and unique support programs such as educational scholarships for employee dependents. The company is committed to equitable employment practices and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities within its recruitment and employment procedures. Joining Airgas means becoming part of a team that truly values your differences as they enhance overall performance, providing an engaging and fulfilling career path focused on safety and customer satisfaction.